Pelicans reserve point guard Jose Alvarado says he plans to play when New Orleans hosts the Washington Wizards on Friday night, ending a 23-game absence caused by a right hamstring strain

Alvarado, who has been dealing with a hamstring injury, is expected to return to action Friday night when the Pelicans host the Washington Wizards.

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado will return to the lineup Friday against the Washington Wizards after missing 23 games due to a hamstring strain, he announced Thursday."I'll be playing tomorrow for sure,

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Pelicans reserve point guard Jose Alvarado plans to play on Friday night at home against the Washington Wizards, ending a 23-game absence caused by a right hamstring strain.